Upper Body Posture:

Students straight. Body is within hand span of keyboard.

Lower Body Posture:

Hips touch back of chair. Feet are flat on floor.

Hand/Finger Position:

Student demonstrates correct hand position over home row. Strikes keys with tips of fingers.

Palm Position:

Keeps palms off of desk and/or keyboard.

Typing Rhythm:

Student maintains a steady timing rhythm.

Accuracy:

Student finished work is at an accuracy rate of 90% or better.

Speed:

Student maintains the average class typing pace of 35 words per minute.